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We explore how play opens the heart, wonder opens the eyes, and awe opens the soul, weaving stories, science, and faith into a simple path back to joy. Practical steps help us slow down, laugh more, and meet God in ordinary beauty.

• laughter on the lake and the freedom of aging lightly
• clear definitions of play, wonder, and awe
• how play leads to wonder and wonder matures into awe
• why adulthood replaces curiosity with efficiency
• imitation thrills versus nourishing delight
• childlike faith as purity of heart, not immaturity
• science-backed benefits of laughter for body and mind
• simple practices to slow down and notice beauty
• nature, curiosity, and trying new things without fear
• awe as presence that draws us into worship

If you have any questions or would like to go deeper into this topic or how it affects you in your own life, you can find me at Sharon K Coaching.com. That's Sharon the Letterk Coaching.com. If you've enjoyed listening, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite platform, and feel free to share with anyone you think might benefit from what you've heard

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We reflect on a missed moment with a student and uncover how assumptions, vague labels, and fast advice block real connection. Practical scripts show how clarifying questions deepen understanding at home, at work, and in faith conversations.

• the problem with assuming shared definitions
• how labels replace facts and distort meaning
• simple clarifying questions that open people up
• shifting from advice to curiosity for connection
• examples for kids, partners, and coworkers
• using reflection to repair missed moments

If you have any questions or would like to go deeper into this topic or how it affects you in your own life, you can find me at Sharon KCoach.com. That's Sharon the Letterk Coaching.com. If you've enjoyed listening, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite platform. And feel free to share with anyone you think might benefit from what you've heard

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Ever try to shame yourself into a habit only to feel stuck and tired? We explore why guilt can force short-term compliance but rarely creates the deep, steady motivation that sustains prayer, health, and order. Drawing on a faith-centered lens and practical psychology, we unpack how curiosity and acceptance become catalysts for lasting change—and how that same posture can transform the way we motivate our kids, spouses, and teams.

We start with a relatable morning misstep and use it to reveal the inner scripts that keep us stuck: shoulds, harsh self-talk, and quiet comparisons. From there, we separate extrinsic motivation—driven by fear, guilt, or people-pleasing—from intrinsic motivation rooted in purpose, love, and conviction. You’ll hear why kindness, not shame, opens the heart, and how this aligns with spiritual wisdom about how real transformation happens through relationship and invitation.

Expect practical tools you can try today. We walk through a morning prayer habit using curiosity to diagnose obstacles, acceptance to reduce resistance, and small environmental tweaks to make follow-through easier. You’ll get simple phrases that shift conversations from pressure to partnership—like help me understand what’s been hard—so home and work feel safer and more collaborative. We also connect the dots between nervous system safety, problem-solving brain states, and the consistency you’ve been chasing.

Leave with reflection prompts for prayer and journaling, a renewed sense of compassion for yourself, and grounded language to lead with grace. If this speaks to you, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a quick review so more listeners can find these tools. Your next step: pick one habit and try replacing should with I wonder what’s getting in the way—then tell us what you notice.

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We explore why overwhelm is a thought problem, not a schedule problem, and how to shift into calm through mindset, boundaries, and simple tools grounded in faith and practicality. We share reframes, stories, and steps to help you choose the next right thing with peace.

• defining overwhelm as an emotion created by thoughts
• personal story of survival mode and powerlessness
• hidden causes: perfectionism, people pleasing, “it’s all on me”
• lack of priorities, negative self-talk, unmanaged mind
• faith lens: focus on one thing and let go
• mindset reframes that create momentum
• practical tools: brain dump, facts vs thoughts, pick three
• boundaries and saying no from peace
• breath, presence, and a simple prayer for clarity
• recap and encouragement to choose empowered thoughts

If you have any questions or would like to go deeper into this topic or how it affects you in your own life, you can find me at SharonKcoaching.com. If you've enjoyed listening, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite platform. And feel free to share with anyone you think might benefit from what you've heard.

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We explore the quiet ways spiritual warfare shows up in daily life and how to respond with truth, intention, community, and hope. We name four common tactics—deception, diversion, division, and discouragement—and offer practical, faith-filled counters to each.

• the Four D’s of spiritual warfare and why awareness matters
• how subtle lies distort identity and God’s character
• practical ways to root yourself in Scripture and sacraments
• why busyness is a strategy and how to choose silence
• repairing unity with humility, forgiveness, and community
• spotting shame’s pull and running toward mercy
• resisting discouragement with gratitude, promise, and support
• a short examen for daily course correction
• questions to identify your most vulnerable “D”

If you have any questions or would like to go deeper into this topic or how it affects you in your own life, you can find me at SharonKCoaching.com. If you’ve enjoyed listening, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite platform. And feel free to share with anyone you think might benefit from what you’ve heard.

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We draw a clear line between self-doubt that questions ability and self-judgment that attacks worth, then offer tools to break both cycles. We share a simple framework—pause, identify, replace—to help you build courage, practice compassion, and take steady action.

• difference between doubt (ability) and judgment (identity)
• how they show up as procrastination, perfectionism, and shame
• why courage reduces doubt and compassion disarms judgment
• collecting small wins and borrowing belief for confidence
• reframing with curiosity and “I wonder” language
• prosecuting harsh thoughts and shifting to growth
• the pause–identify–replace framework for daily use
• practical reflections and sample reframes for real life

If you have any questions or would like to go deeper into this topic or how it affects you in your own life, you can find me at Sharon K Coaching.com. If you've enjoyed listening, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite platform. And feel free to share with anyone you think might benefit from what you've heard.

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We explore why peace feels scarce in a fast world and how to build lasting inner stillness through prayer, mindset, and simple daily choices. We share practical tools for family conflict, future uncertainty, and perfectionism, and invite you to choose one practice this week.

• defining peace as more than calm circumstances
• scripture’s promise of unshakable peace
• common peace stealers: overthinking, perfectionism, comparison
• disconnection from God as a root cause
• prayer and surrender as daily anchors
• thought management that changes emotions
• grounding practices to settle the body
• boundaries to end overcommitment and “shoulds”
• gratitude as a fast reset for fear
• community and the sacraments as support
• applications for conflict, uncertainty, and high standards
• one action step: choose a tool and practice it daily

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We explore one of the simplest yet most powerful principles for living a meaningful life: showing up consistently for yourself and others. The quality of our relationships and personal growth depends not on grand gestures or perfection, but on our willingness to be present when it matters most.

• Showing up means being present - it doesn't require perfection or having everything figured out
• The power of showing up was demonstrated when family members supported each other during marathon races
• You can't consistently show up for others if you're not first showing up for yourself
• Keeping commitments to yourself builds self-trust and teaches others how to honor themselves
• People don't always need us to fix their problems - sometimes they just need our presence
• When someone unexpectedly comes to mind, reach out to them - it could be exactly what they need
• Small, consistent acts of presence often mean more than grand gestures
• The balance between self-care and service creates a beautiful harmony in our lives

This week, commit to one specific way you'll show up for yourself and one way you'll show up for someone else. I'd love to hear your stories about how you're choosing to show up!

If you'd like to go deeper on any of these topics, I'm currently offering a free 30-minute coaching session for my listeners. Check out the link in the show notes to schedule a time that works for you.

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We explore the balance between creating and consuming in our lives, examining how modern lifestyles often tilt toward overconsumption and the resulting impacts on our fulfillment and growth. This episode challenges listeners to evaluate their own balance while offering practical strategies for incorporating more intentional creation and mindful consumption.

• Creating means bringing something into existence—cooking, writing, gardening, or sharing knowledge
• Consuming means taking in—food, information, products, or media
• Both activities are necessary but become problematic when significantly imbalanced
• Overconsumption leads to stagnation, keeping us comfortable but unfulfilled
• Constant creating without consuming can lead to burnout and narrowed perspective
• We become what we consume—spiritually, mentally, and emotionally
• Simple acts of creation can restore balance—journaling, cooking, photography, or conversation
• Healthy consumption includes nature walks, uplifting music, and learning new skills
• The world needs the unique gifts you have to offer through your creative contributions

I'm currently offering a free 30-minute one-on-one coaching session for any of my listeners. Check out the link in the show notes to schedule a time that works for you if you're ready to find out what it looks like to live a life with purpose on purpose.

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We explore how our relationship with the future shapes our present and discover ways to find purpose in every season of life. The key is balancing present awareness with purposeful vision for tomorrow, rather than constantly waiting for the next phase to bring happiness.

• Your perspective changes as you "climb the mountain" mentally, emotionally, and spiritually
• Small decisions today create ripple effects that shape your entire future trajectory
• Different areas of life may evoke different feelings about the future (excitement vs. anxiety)
• Life will always be 50-50 - challenges and joys exist in every phase
• When major life transitions happen, many people feel lost without a clear vision
• Each person has unique gifts and experiences meant to be shared with the world
• Looking to others' paths often distracts us from discovering our own purpose
• Four questions to help discover your purpose: legacy, unrealized wishes, immediate excuses, potential regrets

If you're ready to explore these ideas further, I'm currently offering free 30-minute coaching sessions for listeners. Find the link in the show notes to schedule your session and discover what living a life of purpose looks like for you.

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